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Festivals & Events in The Upcountry South Carolina

Funnel Cakes and Ferris Wheels. Wine tasting and live jazz. And everything in between. That’s what you’ll find in the Upcountry. We like to celebrate and we usually close down some streets to do it. Come join us as we celebrate with food, music and good times.

Caesar's Head Hawk Watch

Wednesday, September 1 until Tuesday, November 30

Here's an opportunity to see thousands of large raptors in a spectacular setting.  These birds are on their way to Central and South America for the winter and are catching the thermals and lining up before heading out. Its not unusual to...

A Portrait of Greenville

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Wednesday, September 1 - 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Also Happening On: Sep 1-25th

An exhibition that gathers together projects commissioned by the Greenville County Museum of Art over the past twenty-five years.

Upper SC State Fair

Thursday, September 2 until Sunday, September 12

The UPPER SOUTH CAROLINA STATE FAIR has something for everyone.... including great food, spectacular entertainment, quality exhibits including agricultural exhibitions, and a star spangled midway provided by PLAYWORLD AMUSEMENTS.

Larkin's Rhythm on the River

Thursday, September 2 - 7:00 PM until 9:30 PM

Fans of both beach music and the outdoors enjoy a night under the stars celebrating quality music in a relaxed yet lively atmosphere.

Jazz on the Square-Spartanburg

Friday, September 3 - 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM
Also Happening On: Sep 3rd, Sep 10th, Sep 17th, Sep 24th

Concerts are 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fridays at the fountain in Morgan Square. A different group is featured every Friday in April and May and again in September and October. Fans can bring a blanket or chair and listen to some of the...

Main Street Fridays--Greenville

Friday, September 3 - 5:30 PM until 9:30 PM
Also Happening On: Sep 3rd, Sep 10th, Sep 17th, Sep 24th

Wind up the work week listening and dancing to the best in music entertainment performed by local, regional and national talent.

Blue Grass Music and Square Dancing

Friday, September 3 - 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Location: Oconee State Park

Grab your partner and two-step to Oconee State Park's barn for a night of fun, music and square dancing. No experience necessary to have a grand ole time. Bluegrass music is performed by the Dixie Bluegrass Boys, led by Georgia Music Hall of...

Labor Day Family Fun Festival

Friday, September 3 until Sunday, September 5

One of the largest Labor Day events in the area, the festival boasts a popular antique & classic car show, great food, arts, crafts, live entertainment, a petting zoo and much more.

The Carolina First Saturday Market

Saturday, September 4 - 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Also Happening On: Sep 4th, Sep 11th, Sep 18th, Sep 25th

Select from the finest in fresh produce and flowers locally grown and delivered to the market each week. While shopping you can grab a bite to eat from participating food vendors and learn new cooking and gardening tips presented by area experts.

Hub City Farmers' Market

Saturday, September 4 - 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Also Happening On: Sep 4th, Sep 11th, Sep 18th, Sep 25th

Spartanburg's resource for everything fresh: produce and local food...growing - shopping - preparing - enjoying!

Living History Weekend

Saturday, September 4 until Sunday, September 5

Pieces of the Past is the theme for the weekend.  Explore farming practices from times gone by. 10am to 4pm each day.

1830's Technology Tour at Woodburn

Saturday, September 4 - 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM

A new one-hour tour will be held at Woodburn Historical House to shed light on technological advancements employed at Upstate plantation farms before the Civil War. For $3 per person, visitors will see first-hand technological and industrial...

First Saturday at Hagood Mill

Saturday, September 4 - 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM

Hagood Mill’s “First Saturday” in September starts with a nature walk, then a concert. The Pickens County Cultural Commission invites one and all for a Native Plant Hike then a free concert during one day at the Hagood...

Creative Tastes of Spartanburg

Saturday, September 4 - 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM

What could be better than getting to taste food from many of Spartanburg’s most popular restaurants all at one-time? You will have your chance  at Creative Tastes of Spartanburg. The event began as a onetime festival, but it...

Pickin’ in the Evening Shade

Saturday, September 4 - 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM

The Pickens County Cultural Commission invites one and all for a day and an evening of great music. After each “First Saturday” event there will be a “Pickin’ in the Evening Shade” concert on the outdoor stage from...

South Carolina Apple Festival

Tuesday, September 7 - 11:00 AM until Saturday, September 11 - 9:30 PM

Beginning the week following Labor Day and running through the next weekend, the South Carolina Apple Festival celebrates the beginning of apple harvest season in Oconee County, the largest apple-producing area in the state. Whether you...

Blue Grass in the Woods Autumn Festival

Thursday, September 9 until Saturday, September 11

Twelve live bands and 24 hour jamming at campsites. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and prepare for some of the finest bluegrass around.

Friday Campfires Series

Friday, September 10 - 8:00 PM until 9:30 PM

Bring the family, gather ‘round the fire, toast marshmallows, and hear exciting stories of the Upstate's past! The Spartanburg County Historical Association’s summer Friday Campfires Series continues at Walnut Grove...

Andy Warhol: 5 Minutes of Fame

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Tuesday, September 14 until Saturday, November 20

This exhibit features a collect of the infamous Polaroids. As they were used as studies for other works, most of the Polaroids were never exhibited during Warhol's lifetime. These intimate glimpses of celebrity and the ordinary are balanced...

Art Walk Spartanburg

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Thursday, September 16 - 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM

A free, walking tour of art galleries in Downtown Spartanburg.

West Greenville Arts Festival

Saturday, September 18 until Sunday, September 19

The event, devoted to the visual arts, will be the first of its kind in the historic, newly renovated Pendleton Street Arts District. The street festival will not only feature booth artists, food vendors, live music, and children’s...

USA Pro Cycling Championships

Saturday, September 18 until Sunday, September 19

Part of the USA Cycling Professional Tour, the series determines the best professional rider and team on American soil. It is also one of 17 national championship events that USA Cycling, Inc. sanctions.

Hagood Mill’s Annual Old Time Fiddler’s Convention

Saturday, September 18 - 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM

This event carries on a southern tradition in our region that goes back to the early 1900’s, when fiddlin' contests were held at Tillman Hall on the Clemson College campus. Cash Prizes will be given to the top three performers in each of...

Star Search

Saturday, September 18 - 8:00 PM until 9:30 PM

Rick Boozer of Greer, SC, who has studied the stars from telescopes across the world, will present a 45 minute multimedia introduction to astronomy.  After the presentation, participants can head out to the park’s safari to view the...

Euphoria

Thursday, September 23 - 9:00 PM until Sunday, September 26 - 9:30 PM

Hosted by restauranteur Carl Sobocinski and planinum-selling singer/songwriter Edwin McCain, Euphoria will educate, entice, enlighten and entertain. The event will include exclusive tasting events, cooking demonstrations and wine...

National Hunting & Fishing Day

Saturday, September 25 - 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM

Bring the whole family to experience a wonderful day in the great outdoors. Experts will teach both children and adults how to safely fire air rifles and bows and arrows, paddle canoes and kayaks and dress in camouflage for hide and seek in the...

Harvest Day Festival in Inman

Saturday, September 25 - 9:00 AM until 9:30 AM

Artists, crafts people, special storewide and sidewalk sales, food vendors, children's activities, and entertainment throughout the day offers something for everyone. Visiting with old friends, or making new ones, reminds us why...

Hands-On Heritage Festival

Saturday, September 25 - 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM

Discover how agriculture, textiles, railroad, music and military played a role in making Spartanburg County what it is today. The festival will include hands-on exhibits, demonstrations and crafters. Storytelling and games will be...